ABOUT GOWLING WLG
At Gowling WLG, our commitment to excellence begins with our people. As an international law firm with offices in Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, we’re proud to recruit and retain top talent who bring energy, insight, and a singular focus on delivering exceptional experiences – for our clients and each other.
We’re intentional about building a workplace that’s both high-performing and supportive, ensuring that everyone is empowered to do their best work and reach their full potential. Our culture is grounded in our shared values: Raise the Bar, Embrace Differences, and Thrive Together. These values shape how we collaborate, lead, and succeed – across teams, time zones, and career paths.
Whether you’re pursuing a role in law or business services, explore what’s possible and make your mark with Gowling WLG.
PROFILE
Gowling WLG is seeking a full-time senior Corporate Paralegal for our Corporate Services group in our Business Law department. Working within our Business Law department, the successful candidate will assist professionals by performing legal analysis, researching and preparing legal documents, as well as other tasks involved in the management of the file, in various areas of law. This position receives limited direction or guidance; tasks and objectives are accomplished independently.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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Advanced knowledge of corporate law, governance and regulatory requirements for BC and Federal entities.
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Strong experience with:
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Incorporations, continuations, amalgamations and dissolutions
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Share issuances, transfers, redemptions and dividends
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Extra-provincial registrations and compliance filings
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Conducting due diligence reviews of corporate minute books and fixing deficiencies as required.
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Assisting with the creation and uploading of Transparency Registers.
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Experience assisting lawyers with complex transactions, including:
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M&A closings
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Corporate reorganizations
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Due diligence and corporate record reviews
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Ability to independently prepare closing agendas, documents, and post-closing filings
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Responding to inquiries from lawyers, clients and corporate registries.
QUALIFICATIONS
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Corporate Paralegal Diploma/Certificate coupled with 10+ years of experience working as a Corporate Paralegal, preferably within a law firm environment
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Extensive experience supporting corporate services or business law practices.
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Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
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Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to manage high-volume workloads.
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Ability to prioritize competing deadlines in a fast-paced law firm environment.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
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Experience mentoring junior paralegals an asset.
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Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
BENEFITS/PERKS
Gowling WLG’s total rewards program is designed to foster a culture where high performance and personal well-being go hand-in-hand. We support your career and life with:
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100% employer-paid health, dental, and mental health coverage, plus an annual lifestyle spending allowance
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Benefits coverage for Firm members and their dependents from day one!
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15+ vacation days and hybrid work flexibility
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Parental leave top-up for 26 weeks (after 12 months of full-time employment)
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Group Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
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Financial protection through short & long-term disability, life, accident & critical illness insurance
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Employee & Family Assistance Program, guided CBT, and an internal network of 120+ trained Mental Health First Aid responders
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Recognition awards, appreciation events, and a supportive, collaborative work culture
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Perks and preferred pricing programs, referral bonuses and more
Gowling WLG employees benefit from a hybrid work environment.
The starting range for this role is $101,600.00 to $124,460.00. Starting salary will be determined based on an applicant’s individual skills, competencies and unique qualifications. Gowling WLG employees have the potential to exceed this range based on tenure and performance.
Not sure if you meet all the requirements? If you are excited about this opportunity but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know.
While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
